Gardens designed around how you live
Considered, site-specific design led by native and low-water planting. We look at the light, the soil and the way you use the space, then shape a garden that suits the home and lasts.
How we design
From first idea to a planted garden
Design is a considered, in-person process. We can take it from a concept sketch through to a fully planted, buildable plan.
Concept and site assessment
We visit, read the site's light, aspect and soil, and talk through how you want to use the space before anything is drawn.
Garden layout and design
A clear plan for beds, paths, structure and planting zones, shaped to the home and the way the garden will be lived in.
Planting design
Considered plant selection led by native and drought-tolerant species, chosen for your conditions and a low-maintenance result.
Soil and site preparation
Soil conditioning, edging and groundwork so the design is built on a base that gives the planting the best start.
Native and low-water gardens
A specialism in indigenous and water-wise gardens that feel local, support habitat and read beautifully through the seasons.
Explore native gardensQuoted in person, on site
Design and construction are scoped on site and quoted in person, never by the hour, so the number reflects the real project.
Founder-led and accountable
Designed and delivered by one local team
Saxon Garden and Landscapes is a founder-led studio based in Northcote. When you brief a garden, you talk to the people who will draw it and the crew who will build and care for it, not a sales rep passing you down a chain.
That continuity is the point. The person who understood what you wanted is the person who sees it through, so the finished garden reflects the conversation you actually had. We design for the inner north's smaller, character-led blocks, with planting that earns its place and holds up over time.
- One accountable team from brief to handover
- Native and low-water planting as the default, not an afterthought
- Designed for inner-north homes and the way they're used
How a design project runs
A considered process, start to finish
Every garden follows the same clear path, so you always know what happens next.
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Step 01
Visit and listen
We come to you, assess the site, light and soil, and talk through how you want to use the space.
- 02
Step 02
Concept and plan
A clear design and planting plan shaped to the home, with an itemised, in-person quote.
- 03
Step 03
Build it properly
Our founder-led crew does the groundwork, structure and planting, keeping the site tidy throughout.
- 04
Step 04
Keep it thriving
Optional ongoing maintenance keeps the garden looking its best as it establishes and matures.
What local clients say
Real reviews from homes across Melbourne's inner north, in their own words.
Exceeded all expectations! Saxon came to see what work was required, offered suggestions & gave me a quote on the spot. Plants were delivered & then Cam and Elf arrived on time and cleaned up my front and backyard of overgrown bamboo, tree shoots, weeds and replanted my front planter box removing dead plants as well as trimming grass plants back. I am thrilled with the result and just wish I had taken before photos to show the incredible job done.
Simone Fet
Local Guide
Thank you Oliver & Cam for doing such a great job on a very overgrown backyard ivy - great communication and consultation throughout. Thanks Saxon for prompt response and booking, great communication and a pleasure to deal with. Now I've found this team I'll be returning in the future.
Louise Long
Local Guide
Cameron did a fantastic job with our front, side and backyards. He was efficient and had 4 bags/bins worth of weeds and vines packed in 3 hours. Saxon was able to squeeze me in last minute before a rental inspection. Highly recommend these guys!
Casey Nguyen
Local Guide
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